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Painting with Flowers Hosts Local Artisans Event

Painting with Flowers, is sponsoring a local artisans event on Saturday May 5 from 3PM to 7PM.  "This is the perfect time to buy unique gifts for Mother's Day and support local artisans from our area", says Gayle Silver, owner of Painting with Flowers.

There will be three featured products at the event.  My Cup of Cake™, an all-natural Belgian Chocolate Soufflé that you make in under 3 minutes, will be distributing their new flavor collection.  Sharon Tracy, founder of A Sprinkle and a Dash, who is a Port Washington resident, will debut Belgian Chocolate Salted Caramel, Grand Marnier, and Aztec Hot Chocolate.

Also on this special day, come and meet Jared Gettinger, founder of our new favorite line of soaps and candles called LOVE NATURE NYC.  Jared's natural products are uniquely packaged using recycled materials.  His products are free of synthetics and chemicals, and are inspired by love, nature and the rich history of New York City.

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Drop by and experience the new Beach Fragrances, inspired by the East End of Long Island.  Mary Cossa and her partner, Anne Palermo introduces you to the floral notes of the Hamptons and the fresh scents of the ocean.  Splash on Montauk, East Hampton or South Hampton and you'll be able to feel those early summer breezes.

"This is the ideal time to meet local entrepreneurs and support their new businesses", sites Lori Murphy, manager of Painting with Flowers.

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Each artisan will donate and we will raffle off exciting prizes during the day.  A percentage of the profits will benefit the recently opened Nicholas Center for Autism and Spectrum Designs foundation, located in Port Washington.  Call 516 883 4164 or visit www.paintingwithflowers.com for more information.

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